Part-time Case Aide at United Activities Unlimited School Based Early Support Program (2026-05 – Present)
Support families with connecting to community resources, financial entitlements, mental/physical health services, educational supports.
- Maintain contact with families including conducting monthly in-home/virtual visits.
- Timely completion of documentation including assessments, case contact notes, etc. Including maintaining an accurate family appointment/field visit calendar.
- Participate in planning of community events and activities.
- Assist with the development of collaborative partnerships with the school staff, administration, and stakeholders.
Substitute Teacher at Swing Education (2026-03 – Present)
- Followed lesson plans provided by the regular Teacher to maintain classroom flow
- Managed classroom behavior and encouraged student participation
- Adapted instruction to meet students' individual needs
- Supervised students in classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, and cafeteria
- Maintained a safe, positive, and productive learning environment
- Recorded attendance, graded assignments, and shared daily updates with teachers
Transportation Security Officer at Department of Homeland Security (2021-10 – Present)
Conduct security screenings for thousands of passengers daily while ensuring compliance with federal aviation security regulations. Prevent prohibited items from entering secure airport areas through detailed passenger and baggage screenings. Monitor secure airport access points and enforce TSA safety procedures. Recognized as a Model Officer three times for professionalism, reliability, and operational readiness.
- Provide customer support and maintain professionalism in high-pressure environments.
Mall Security Officer at Allied Universal Security Service (2020-11 – 2021-10)
Responsible for the Security and Safety of client's property and personnel
- Patrolling, monitoring cameras, responding to incidents (theft, medical, disturbances)
- Assisting shoppers
- Writing reports to ensure safety and deter crime
Court Appointed Special Advocate(CASA) at CASA for Children of Essex County (2025-01 – Present)
Advocate for children in foster care by independently overseeing cases and presenting findings to the court, directly influencing decisions on permanency, safety, and essential services.
- Conduct monthly home visits and interview children, caregivers, and service providers to assess well-being and pinpoint unmet needs, leading to targeted support and improved outcomes.
- Compose and submit detailed court reports that directly inform judicial outcomes at hearings.
- Build and strengthen relationships with children and caregivers to support their well-being and engagement.
- Track compliance with court-ordered services, oversee medical care and educational progress, and confirm that children achieve developmental milestones, ensuring their well-being and positive development.
- Coordinate with professionals to deliver necessary support for children and families.
Family Advocate Intern at Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center (2024-01 – 2024-10)
Managed a caseload of 5–6 families supporting non-offending caregivers navigating child sexual and physical abuse investigations.
- Conducted family needs assessments and connected families to housing support, food programs, furniture assistance, and childcare resources.
- Supported families experiencing multi-layered trauma by providing guidance and referrals to stabilize living conditions.
- Observed forensic interviews and collaborated with law enforcement, the Division of Child Protection and Permanency caseworkers, and medical professionals during multidisciplinary case reviews.
- Applied trauma-informed practices and maintained strict confidentiality when supporting children and families.
- Continued volunteering after completing the practicum by assisting with community outreach events, including the organization's Halloween Trunk-or-Treat and Annual Gala.